...Frozen precipitation and bitter cold tonight...
...Very cold and low wind chills Wednesday...
.Arctic air will combine with low level moisture to produce a
wintry mix of light snow, freezing rain and sleet at times across
most of the region. Precipitation is expected to end west to east
overnight with the best chance of a wintry mix over the Lower
Valley. Strong winds will continue tonight and combine with the
very cold temperatures producing dangerous and potentially life-
threatening conditions for people, pets, and animals, while the
ice will create hazardous driving conditions.
...WIND CHILL WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON CST
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills expected. A wintry mix of
light snow, freezing rain and sleet. The ice will result in very
slippery conditions on sidewalks, roads and bridges. Expect wind
chills to range from 15 to 25 above zero. Total ice
accumulations of a light glaze are expected.
* WHERE...Starr and Hidalgo County.
* WHEN...For the Wind Chill Warning, now to noon Wednesday. For
the Winter Weather Advisory, now to 1 AM Wednesday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The dangerously cold wind chills will cause
frostbite in as little as 10 minutes to exposed skin. The ice
will result in difficult travel conditions, including during
rush hour Wednesday morning. Total ice accumulations of up to
one tenth of an inch are expected. For maximum warmth, dress in
layers of clothing. Protect outside pets and livestock by
providing adequate shelter and a safe source of heat.